Kelly Richardson, BACP
Person-centred counsellor for stress and grief
- CBT and mindfulness
- Support for career issues
- Experienced with bereavement
About Kelly Richardson
Kelly Richardson is a counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, grief, depression and significant life changes. She adopts a person-centred, integrative approach that prioritises the therapeutic relationship and helps clients discover their own solutions while offering practical tools when needed. Kelly combines her counselling skills with a longstanding interest in wellbeing and physical health, a background that began with work in health clubs and fitness instruction and evolved into a holistic focus on mind and body.
Before training as a counsellor, Kelly spent many years working with the police and continues to work frequently with emergency services employees. Her clinical training began in 2010 and was completed at the University of Hull and Leeds Beckett University. She has worked with Cruse Bereavement Care on loss and bereavement, contributed to an Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) NHS initiative addressing anxiety and depression, and provides counselling through several Employee Assistance Programmes for work-related stress.
Kelly holds accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - a professional body that recognises high standards of training, ethical practice and ongoing professional development. In 2022 she was audited by the BACP and met their standards. She sees private self-referral clients in her practice A New Horizon and also offers remote sessions over telephone and video, along with live chat options.
Her practice is flexible in duration, offering short-term work focused on coping strategies and practical change as well as longer-term therapy that explores underlying issues. Kelly integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, while maintaining a person-centred stance of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard. She works with individuals on a wide range of concerns including relationship and family matters, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career issues, adoption and foster care, attachment and blended family issues, chronic illness and caregiving stress, and many other areas where people seek change and support.
Before training as a counsellor, Kelly spent many years working with the police and continues to work frequently with emergency services employees. Her clinical training began in 2010 and was completed at the University of Hull and Leeds Beckett University. She has worked with Cruse Bereavement Care on loss and bereavement, contributed to an Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) NHS initiative addressing anxiety and depression, and provides counselling through several Employee Assistance Programmes for work-related stress.
Kelly holds accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - a professional body that recognises high standards of training, ethical practice and ongoing professional development. In 2022 she was audited by the BACP and met their standards. She sees private self-referral clients in her practice A New Horizon and also offers remote sessions over telephone and video, along with live chat options.
Her practice is flexible in duration, offering short-term work focused on coping strategies and practical change as well as longer-term therapy that explores underlying issues. Kelly integrates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, while maintaining a person-centred stance of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard. She works with individuals on a wide range of concerns including relationship and family matters, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career issues, adoption and foster care, attachment and blended family issues, chronic illness and caregiving stress, and many other areas where people seek change and support.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Richardson have?
Kelly Richardson has 11 years of experience providing counselling and therapeutic support.
Is Kelly Richardson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). No specific licence details are provided here.
In which languages does Kelly Richardson provide therapy?
Kelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Richardson located?
Kelly is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Kelly Richardson as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kelly Richardson work with international clients?
Kelly Richardson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Richardson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy
Kelly uses client-centred therapy to create a supportive space where the person is heard and respected - this approach focuses on empathy, genuineness and unconditional positive regard and helps people explore feelings and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which she also uses, is a structured approach that examines patterns of thinking and behaviour and teaches practical strategies to reduce anxiety, lift mood and change unhelpful habits. Mindfulness therapy is offered as an additional tool to help people develop present-moment awareness, improve emotional regulation and reduce stress.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kelly will work with each person to identify goals, try different methods and tailor techniques to what fits best with their needs, preferences and life circumstances. The therapeutic plan can shift over time as progress is made.
Online therapy with Kelly is available by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations or those who prefer remote support. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access sessions from home or work, and fit therapy into day-to-day life while still working with licensed professionals and trained therapists.